MAMAMOO fans around the world reacted with shock and confusion after an unexpected announcement surfaced that the Solar group leader would enlist in the South Korean military on October 31, 2025.
The surprising news emerged via fan communications platform Fromm on October 10, rather than through the agency’s official channels
The message sent to the official Fromm account stated that its fan service would be “temporarily suspended due to the artist’s enlistment in the military”, with the suspension effective midnight on October 31, 2025. The notification informed subscribers that Solar subscription sales had ended on October 10 and that existing services through the platform would no longer be available.
Solar, born Kim Yong-sun, is the leader and lead vocalist of MAMAMOO, one of South Korea’s most successful girl groups since their debut in 2014. Known for her powerful voice and charismatic stage presence, the 34-year-old singer has built a reputation as a fearless performer who often surprises fans with unexpected choices.
The announcement immediately went viral across social media platforms, with hashtags like #Solar trending around the world as fans expressed a mixture of disbelief, confusion and amusement. Many initially suspected that the message might be a technical error or mistranslationpointing out that military enlistment notices are generally reserved for male idols in South Korea.
In South Korea, military service is mandatory for all able-bodied men between the ages of 18 and 28, requiring approximately 18 months of service. However, women are not required to enlist and can only serve voluntarily, making Solar’s potential enlistment highly unusual for a female celebrity.
Some fans have theorized that the announcement could be related to a dramatic role or promotional project involving military themes rather than an actual enlistment. Others have suggested that it may be a system error where a template intended for male idols was accidentally applied to Solar’s account.
However, some supporters were not entirely surprised by the news, noting Solar’s adventurous personality and his previous expressions of admiration for those who serve their country. Fans familiar with his unpredictable nature joke that enlisting would be exactly the kind of bold move they expect from the MAMAMOO frontman.
At the moment, Solar’s agency, RBW Entertainment, has not done so released any official statement to clarify whether the advertisement is authentic or an error. The silence of both Solar and his management has only fueled further speculation among fans and the media about the authenticity of the military enlistment request.
If confirmed, Solar would potentially become the first major female K-pop idol to voluntarily enlist in the South Korean military, marking a historic moment in the industry. Until official clarification emerges, fans will continue to debate whether this represents another surprising chapter in Solar’s unconventional career or simply an administrative error that has captured global attention.
